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Brian ([personal profile] memnus) wrote2005-02-14 09:06 pm

Computer trouble

I really don't want to ask Schmack, because there are a few self-righteous people there that would just snark. My desktop has lately taken to random reboots, and a freshly updated McAfee can't find anything in the way of viruses. So ... um... is there a better (free) way to scan for viruses? Could this be hardware trouble? This computer is pushing three years old.

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[identity profile] iluvsheep.livejournal.com 2005-02-15 01:36 pm (UTC)(link)
AVG is good for viruses, but sometimes, despite our best efforts, it ends up being spyware that causes the problem. I recommend spybot and adaware.

Also, I second what Chris said about overheating and dust.